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DIPLOMA IN ANIMAL SCIENCE
&
AQUA MANAGEMENT

Program Overview

The Diploma in Animal Science & Aqua Management is a comprehensive two-year program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the fields of animal husbandry, aquaculture, and sustainable livestock management. This program provides an in-depth understanding of animal health, breeding, nutrition, and aquatic resource management, along with hands-on training in managing animal farms and aquaculture systems. The curriculum combines classroom learning with practical exposure, ensuring that students develop the expertise required to address challenges in livestock and aquaculture industries. With growing global demand for sustainable animal farming and aquatic resource management, this diploma offers students a pathway to become professionals in these vital sectors.

 

Duration: 2 years

 

Course Structure

Semester 1​

  • Introductory Chemistry (1+1)

  • Introductory Biology (1+1)

  • Introductory Livestock Anatomy (2+1)

  • Introductory Animal Physiology (2+1)

  • Introductory Animal Management-I (Livestock & Poultry) (1+1)

  • Management of Inland Fisheries Resources (1+1)

  • Management of Fresh Water Fish Farming (1+1)

  • Infectious and Non-Infectious diseases of Fish and its control measures (1+1)

  • Computer Science (1+1)

  • Business Communication & Personality Development (1+1)

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Semester 2

  • Introductory Animal Husbandry Extension (2+1)

  • Introductory Animal Breeding (2+2)

  • Introductory Fodder & Grassland Management (1+1)

  • Introductory Animal Management -II (2+1)

  • Management of Brackish water Fish Farming (1+1)

  • Fish feed formulation & Feeding (1+1)

  • Integrated Fish Farming (1+1)

  • Principal of Management and Accountancy (12+0)

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Semester 3

  • Introductory Veterinary Pharmacology (2+1)

  • Introductory Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health Care (2+1)

  • Minor Veterinary Surgery (1+2)

  • Introductory Veterinary Microbiology (2+1)

  • Seed Production and Heathery Management (2+1)

  • Ornamental Fish breeding & culture (2+1)

  • Sales and Marketing Management  (2+0)​

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Semester 4

  • Introductory Animal Reproduction (2+2)

  • Introductory Animal Nutrition (1+1)

  • Introductory Veterinary Parasitology (1+1)

  • Preliminary Pathology (1+1)

  • Farm Management Practices (1+1)

  • Fish Harvest Technology (1+1)

  • Pre-Process Handling, Transport, Freezing and storage (1+1)

  • Entrepreneurship Development (2+0)

  • Industrial Training & Farm Visit (2+0)

  • Seminar (0+1)

 

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must have completed 10+2 or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board, irrespective of the stream (Science/Commerce/Arts/Vocational Agriculture). 

  • Candidates should be at least 17 years of age at the time of admission.

If you are a working professional looking for career growth or a transition into animal science or aqua management, you are also eligible to apply.

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Selection Process

We offer direct admission to the program based on your academic qualifications. There is no entrance examination required. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their 10+2 academic performance. In some cases, a brief personal interview may be conducted to better understand the candidate’s motivations, interest in the program, and career aspirations.

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Career ProspectsThe Diploma in Animal Science & Aqua Management prepares students for a wide range of careers in animal husbandry, aquaculture, and related industries. With the increasing demand for sustainable food production and animal care, graduates of this program are highly sought after in both private and public sectors.​​​

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